Police said the plants had the potential to produce $286,000 worth of marijuana if sold on the street.

A 49-year-old Guelph man and a 52-year-old Guelph man have been charged with theft of electricity, theft under $5,000, production of a controlled substance, and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking. The 49-year-old was also charged with breach of recognizance.